UK PM CONTINUES TO PUSH FOR HER BREXIT DEAL

British MPs will vote today on what their preferred Brexit outcome is.

The move is an attempt to break the impasse over Brexit, with the Prime Minster's deal having been voted down twice already and the deadline for Brexit, which was due to take place at the end of the week, having been extended.

There are suggestions that the Prime Minister could offer to resign, in exchange for backbench MPs backing her deal.

ALT : So despite MPs voting on other options, Prime Minister Theresa May continues to persuade them that her deal is the only one which will deliver on Brexit.

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ALT: Opposition leader Jeremy Corbyn however, believes the Prime Minister should change course, given her Brexit deal has been an unpopular one.  The opposition Labour Party meanwhile is pushing for a Brexit which will include being part of the customs union.

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UN: Cyclone Idai destroyed "year's worth of crops"

The United Nations says Cyclone Idai destroyed a "year's worth of
crops" in Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Malawi.

Almost two million people in Mozambique alone are now in need of assistance.

Nick Harper reports from Zimbabwe's capital Harare.

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India carries out successful anti-satellite missile test

India says it has joined the ranks of Russia, China and the United States after it successfully tested the capability to shoot down live satellites in space.

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the announcement in a rare address to the nation.

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia reports.

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EU Leader Has Sharp Words for Brexiters

European Council President Donald Tusk has sharp words for those in the UK who find it inconvenient the country would have to participate in EU elections if there's a long Brexit extension.

He called such thinking unacceptable.

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels.

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UK MPs TO HOLD 'INDICATIVE VOTES'

UK lawmakers will vote later on a series of alternative Brexit plans, in an historic development.

MPs have taken control of the Parliamentary process with the government's Brexit deal still not having been approved by the House of Commons.

Prime Minister Theresa May remains under growing pressure to step aside as she continues to try and persuade MPs to back her Brexit deal.

That may be voted on again on Thursday or Friday.

Labour MP Stephen Kinnock says the 'indicative votes' process being run by MPs has been a long time coming.

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Richard Harrington MP, who quit as business minister to try and prevent a 'no deal' Brexit - says the so-called 'indicative votes' are useful.

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Former Russian presidential advisor charged in multi-million dollar fraud case

A former top Russian presidential advisor who oversaw an anti-corruption ministry has been charged in a $60m fraud case. But as Dan Ashby reports from Moscow, the arrest of Mikhail Abyzov might have political ramifications.

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EU Ignores Call to Ban Huawei in 5G Security Blueprint

Chinese tech giant Huawei is cheering a report issued by the European Commission on security recommendations for next-generation mobile networks.

Despite pressure from the US, Europe has ignored calls for a blanket ban on the supplier, although it does still face scrutiny under Brussels' guidelines.

Patrick Fok reports.

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India's Mukesh Ambani breaks into top ten of global rich list

Mukesh Ambani, India's richest man, has become the country's first person to break into the top ten of the Hurun global rich list. 

The Mumbai-based billionaire controls Reliance Industries, a conglomerate with interests ranging from oil to telecoms.

Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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State of emergency over measles outbreak in New York state

A state of emergency has been declared in a county in the US state of New York following a severe outbreak of measles.

Unvaccinated children have been barred from public spaces in Rockland County after 153 cases were confirmed.

US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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UN: 2m Mozambicans need cyclone aid

The United Nations says almost two million people in Mozambique need
assistance following Cyclone Idai.

Nearly two weeks after the storm hit aid agencies are still assessing
the extent of the damage across three countries in Southern Africa.

Nick Harper reports from Harare in Zimbabwe.

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US Sanctions Iran Network in Iran, Turkey, and the UAE

The United States has imposed sanctions on a network of companies and people it believes are linked to Iran's military.

The US says the front companies are based in Iran, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates.

From Washington, Daniel Ryntjes reports.

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As charges dropped, actor Jussie Smollett insists he has been "truthful from day one".

All the charges against an American actor accused of orchestrating a racist and homophobic attack on himself have been dropped by the authortities in Chicago.

Juissie Smollett, star of the drama "Empire", had been accused of lying to police about the attack.

He told reporters he has been "truthful from day one".

Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

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Jussie Smollett sidestepped questions from reporter about why the charges against him are suddenly being dropped.

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Purdue Pharma settle opioid lawsuit

The maker of the prescription opioid Oxycontin has settled a lawsuit
in the United States for nearly $275 million.

Purdue Pharma who are owned by the billionaire Sackler family are
accused of contributing to the opioid crisis.

The company is still facing hundreds of similar lawsuits across the country.

U.S. correspondent William Denselow reports.

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All charges against US actor Jussie Smollett dropped

All the charges against an American actor accused of orchestrating a racist and homophobic attack on himself have been dropped by the authortities in Chicago.

Juissie Smollett, star of the drama "Empire", had been accused of lying to police about the attack.

Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

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US China Trade Talks Enter Crucial Stage in Beijing

US trade representatives are in Beijing this week, as talks with China's trade negotiators enters a crucial stage.

They are hoping to resolve outstanding sticking points, including US demands for China to relax restrictions on digital trade.

Nina-Maria Potts reports from Beijing.

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MEPs Approve Copyright Reform

Supporters say content creators will get the compensation they deserve, but opponents say internet freedom is now at risk.

The European Parliament has approved new copyright reform that has created a long—and at times tumultuous—debate in Europe.

Our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek has more from Brussels.

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European leaders urge China to offer reciprocal market access

European leaders have urged China to « respect the unity of the EU » and provide reciprocal access for European companies to the Chinese market.

The remarks case from Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel, after talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Paris on Tuesday.

Elena Casas reports from Paris. 

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ERG SOFTENS TO MAY'S BREXIT DEAL

The UK government says it's still working to pass the Brexit deal it agreed with Brussels - even after MPs voted to try and take more control of the process.

On Monday lawmakers voted to seize the parliamentary timetable to attempt to find compromise solutions on Brexit that could pass the House of Commons.

Prime Minister Theresa May remains under growing pressure to step aside as she loses control of Britain's exit from the European Union.

But she continues to try and persuade MPs to back her Brexit deal - which may be voted on again on Thursday.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt says several members of the key European Research Group are indicating they'll now back Mrs May's Withdrawal Agreement.

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UK correspondent Olly Barratt says it creates an existential question about the Prime Minister's government. 

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EU to Set 5G Recommendations

The European Union is urging its member states to conduct threat assessments as they plan their 5G infrastructure.

As concerns over Chinese tech grow in the EU, the EU isn't expected to call for a ban of Chinese made 5G gear.

But as our Europe Correspondent Kevin Ozebek reports, Brussels still says EU countries need to manage the security risks.

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UK GOVT STICKS WITH BREXIT STRATEGY DESPITE LOSS OF CONTROL

The UK government says it's still working to pass the Brexit deal it agreed with Brussels - even after MPs voted to try and take more control of the process.

On Monday lawmakers voted to seize the parliamentary timetable to attempt to find compromise solutions on Brexit that could pass the House of Commons.

Prime Minister Theresa May remains under growing pressure to step aside as she loses control of Britain's exit from the European Union.

But she continues to try and persuade MPs to back her Brexit deal - which may be voted on again on Thursday.

Health Minister Matt Hancock says it's a time for cool heads.

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